2020 Map of Malpie Mountain

About this map

Malpie Mtn and Lonesome Mtn dominate the high plateau of Union County in this modern topographic survey. The landscape is defined by intermittent drainage systems, notably the winding path of Carrizo Cr through the center of the quadrangle and the deep cut of Barela Canyon to the west. This arid expanse shows a sparse network of ranching and access routes, including Kennedy Rd and Malpie Rd, which connect isolated water features like Moore Lake to the broader high plains. The map provides a precise look at the township and range divisions that have shaped New Mexico land ownership for generations, illustrating how terrain features like Barela Mtn and Armijo Cr intersect with these legal boundaries in a region where water and elevation dictate the utility of the land.